Announcements for Week of 17 Nov

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Supply Night 

1. Participant(s):  Cadets who need a uniform part replaced or new uniform
2. OPI:  OCdt Rozon
3. Date:  18 Nov 19
4. Time: 1830-2030 hrs
5. ​Location: Embrun Self Storage, 130 Bay St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W1, Canada
6. Note: Contact OCdt Rozon at 613-818-3348 to gain access to the compound.

Regular Training Night

1. Participant(s):  All cadets
2. OPI:  Captain Tanguay
3. Date: Tue, 19 Nov 19
4. Time: 1830 - 2115 hrs 
5. Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
6. Dress: C3 Service Dress 
7. Notes: Bring writing materials

CO’s Armchair Discussion

1. Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.  Interested cadets must sign up here.
2. OPI:  Capt Martel 
3. Date: Tue, 19 Nov 19
4. Time: 2000 - 2045hrs
5. Snack: Refreshments will be provided.
6. Description: 
   1. Once a month, the CO will host a gathering for up to 10 people to meet in a relaxed, informal setting. The goal is to meet cadets of all levels, to get to know each other a bit better and to share ideas in a casual setting.
   2. Whether you are a new recruit or a warrant officer, all cadets are welcome to attend a chat session. 
   3. Please check with your level officer to ensure that you will not miss an import training activity during the session you will attend. 

Pipes & Drums Practice

1. Participant(s):  Cadet P&D Musicians.
2. OPI:  Capt Martel
3. Date: Wed, 20 Nov 19
4. Time: 1900 - 2100 hrs 
5. Location: Russell High School, 982 N Russell Rd, Russell, ON K4R 1G7
6. Dress: Conservative civilian attire.
7. Materials: Bring your instrument, writing materials, water and a snack.

Ground School

1. Participant(s):  Cadets who signed up.
2. OPI: Mrs. Maxwell
3. Date: Wed, 20 Nov 19
4. Time: 1830 - 2100 hrs
5. Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0. 
6. Dress: Conservative civilian attire.
7. Notes: 
   1. Bring writing materials, water and a snack.
   2. Slides can be found here.

Drill Team Practice

1. Participant(s):  Cadets who signed up.
2. OPI:  CI Deblois 
3. Date: Thu, 21 Nov 19
4. Time: 1900-2100 hrs 
5. Location: ESCE (Ecole secondaire catholique Embrun)
6. Dress: Conservative civilian attire and bring your parade boots and wedge.
7. Materials: Bring water and a snack.

Marksmanship Practice (Next practice is on 30 Nov)

Biathlon Practice (Next practice is on 30 Nov)

Decorating Christmas Float

1. Participant(s):  Cadets in Level 4.
2. OPI:  CI Mark Williams
3. Date: Fri, 22 Nov 19
4. Time: 1830 -2130 hrs 
5. ​Location: Embrun Self Storage, 130 Bay St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W1
6. Dress: Conservative civilian dress.  Dress warmly (coat, hat etc.), it will be chilly.​

Level 5 Workshop (Mandatory)

1. Participant(s):  All Level 5 Cadets
2. OPI:  CI Deblois
3. Date: Sat, 23 Nov 19
4. Time: 
   1. Drop off: 0830hrs
   2. Pick up: Workshop ends at 1630hrs (2130hrs if staying for the dinner/party)
5. ​Location: Salaberry Armoury, 188 Alexandre Taché Blvd, Gatineau, QC J9A 1L8
6. Dress: C3E for cadets– Service and travel dress.
7. Rations: Not provided.  Bring a lunch and water.  A small canteen will be on site.
8. Material: Bring pen, paper and your level 5 log book.
9. Social Evening: Following the Level 5 workshops, a social evening will be held at the Salaberry Armoury. From 1700 to 2130hrs, Level 5 Cadets (even those not present at the workshops) are invited to participate in various activities, including games, discussions, and a meal with other senior staff in the region, all in civilian clothes. Please note that each cadet will have to bring $12 for dinner. 
10. Sign-up: This is necessary for all level 5s to state whether you will be attending the workshop and/or the social evening.

Pipes and Drums Clinic!🎼🎵🎶

1. Participant(s): Cadet P&D Musicians (Cpl Beauchemin, Sgt MacDonald, and Cpl Plourde are registered).
2. OPI: OCdt Rozon
3. Date: Sat, 23 Nov 19
4. Time:
   
   1. Departure: 0725 hrs Embrun Arena, 6 Blais in Embrun (note that 632 and 51 Sqns will be picked up en route to CF Central Music Bld at 15 Spitfire Rd, Gloucester)
   2. Clinic Hours: 0900-1715hrs
   3. Arrival: 1835 hrs Embrun Arena.
      
   4. Note that if you wish to pick up you cadet at the end of the clinic (1715 hrs), the address is:  CF Central Music Bld at 15 Spitfire Rd, Gloucester (Uplands).  Let Capt Martel know if this is your intention.
5. Location: CFB Uplands
6. Transportation : Bus provided from Embrun Arena, 6 Blais Street.
7. Dress: C3 - Service Dress with no tie.
8. Materials: Bring your instrument, writing materials, water and a lunch and snacks.

Embrun Santa Parade 

1. Participant(s):  All Cadets
2. OPI:  Lt Willis
3. Date: Sat, 23 Nov 19
4. Time: 
   1. Drop off: 1745hrs behind the Russell Township building at 717 Notre Dame st in Embrun. 
   2. Pick up: Approximately 1930hrs at the Embrun Arena. Pick up time is dependant on how long the parade takes to arrive at the arena. 
5. ​Location: Municipalité de RUSSELL Township, 717 Notre Dame St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W1, Canada 
6. Dress: C3 - Service Dress with parka, toque and gloves
7. Details: More info to come.

Russell Santa Parade

1. Participant(s):  All Cadets
2. OPI:  Lt Willis
3. Date: Sun, 24 Nov 19
4. Time: 
   1. Drop off: 1215hrs at St Thomas Aquinas Catholic High School in Russell
   2. Pick up: Approximately 1415hrs at the Russell Arena. Pick up is dependant on how long the parade takes to arrive at the Russell Arena.
5. ​Location: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic High School, 1211 S Russell Rd, Russell, ON K4R 1E5, Canada 
6. Dress: C3 - Service Dress with parka, toque and gloves
7. Details: Our float is #27

1st Annual Parent get together

1. Participant(s):  All Parents, staff and committee members (19+)
2. OPI:  Mr. MacDonald
3. Date: Fri, 29 Nov 19
4. Time: 1900 - 2200 hrs 
5. Location: Russell Arena (top floor), 1084 Concession St, Russell,
6. Cost:  *** New *** $10 minimum donation at the door.  Tables must be reserved in advance.  Please RSVP ASAP to [email protected] so that we can reserve space.  Tables are filling up fast.
7. Notes: 
   1. The committee would like to invite all parents, committee members and staff to the 1st annual 5 Cyclone adults get-together.  This event will be a chance to get out, have some fun and meet some of the other adult 5 Cyclone family in an informal and fun setting.
   2. We will book several tables at the upcoming “1st Annual Great Russell Pay it Forward Trivia” event being put on by Russell Trivia Services.  Admission price is a minimum donation of $10 with proceeds going to the Russell Fire Department. In the words of Russell Trivia “The funds raised this year will benefit EVERYONE in our Township. The mystery benefactor must remain a surprise but TRUST US .. it's good!”
   3. If you haven’t had the chance to experience a Russell Trivia night, Russell Trivia puts on a good evening.  On top of the 100 general knowledge trivia questions, there will be a raffle for a bunch of gift certificates, food, drinks and music.  There will also be live and silent auctions.
   4. We have about 6 people who showed interest in this so far which is one table.  I would like to get a chance to know more of the parents so please sign up. It would be great to have at least another 12.  Please also let me know if you will be bringing guests or significant others so I can reserve enough space.
   5. If you are interested, please let me know ASAP as tables fill up fast.  [email protected]

 
Supply Night

1. Participant(s):  Cadets who need a uniform part replaced or new uniform
2. OPI:  OCdt Rozon
3. Date:  25 Nov 19
4. Time: 1830-2030 hrs
5. ​Location: Embrun Self Storage, 130 Bay St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W1, Canada 
6. Note: Contact OCdt Rozon at 613-818-3348 to gain access to the compound.

Christmas Dinner Parent Volunteers

1. Participant(s):  All Parents
2. OPI:  Mrs. Tammy Somers
3. Date: Sat, 7 Dec
4. Time:  Various shifts from 1000 - 2300 hrs 
5. Notes:  We require more parent volunteers to help to ensure that the cadet Christmas dinner is a success again this year.  We need help with:
   1. Food Prep 1000-1400 (please bring an apron if possible)
   2. Food Prep 1400-1800 (please bring an apron if possible)
   3. Serving 1700-2100 (please wear black pants and a white button up shirt)
   4. Cleanup 1900-2300
6. Signup at https://forms.gle/ujmxtMeoSDpDQRB89

Christmas Dinner and Dance

1. Participant(s):  All Cadets (guests welcome at 2000hrs).
2. OPI:  TBD 
3. Date: Sat, 7 Dec 19
4. Timings:
   1. 1730hrs - Cadets Arrive
   2. 1800hrs - Dinner
   3. 2000hrs - Dance
   4. 2230hrs - Pick-up
5. Location: Limoges Community Centre, 205 Limoges Rd, Limoges, ON K0A 2M0
6. Dress: Semi-formal civilian dress
7. Cost: Free with a donation to the food bank (cash or non-perishable food item).  Look at the food this list from the Food Bank.
8. Donations for the Dinner: The Sponsoring Committee(SC) is requesting cash donations to help off-set the cost of the dinner.  This will allow the SC to buy bulk food resulting in monetary and packaging savings.
   1. Donations are accepted any Tuesday until the dinner
   2. Tax receipts will be issued for any donation of $10 or more
   3. Any excess funds raised will be donated to the food bank.
9. Guests: Cadets are permitted to invite one (1) guest to the dance portion.  The guest must arrive at 8:00PM and have a signed "Guest Permission Form" (to come) in order to attend.